Stepbrother

usgb/ˈstepbrʌðər/
noun

The son of one's stepmother or stepfather by a union with someone other than one's father or mother respectively.

My stepbrother is coming over for dinner.
Visual representation of "stepbrother" - The son of one's stepmother or stepfather by a union with someone other than one's father or mother respectively.

Often appears as...

  • older stepbrother
  • younger stepbrother
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Family Dynamics

A stepbrother might be a new family member. Their presence can change family relationships and dynamics.

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Since my parents remarried, I've had to adjust to having a stepbrother.
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Not Biological

It's important to know that a stepbrother is not related to you by blood but by marriage.

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Even though my stepbrother and I don't share parents, we're really close.
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Family Terms

In conversation, some might use 'brother' and 'stepbrother' interchangeably, depending on their relationship.

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My stepbrother is just like a real brother to me.
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